SSCP · Question #1331
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) differs from e-Commerce in that ___________________.
The correct answer is A. EDI involves only computer to computer transactions. Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is distinct from general e-commerce because it involves the direct, automated computer-to-computer exchange of standardized business documents.
Question
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) differs from e-Commerce in that ___________________.
Options
- AEDI involves only computer to computer transactions
- BE-Commerce involves only computer to computer transactions
- CEDI allows companies to take credit cards directly to consumers via the web
- DNone of the items listed accurately reflect the differences between EDI and e-Commerce
How the community answered
(33 responses)- A88% (29)
- B3% (1)
- C6% (2)
- D3% (1)
Why each option
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is distinct from general e-commerce because it involves the direct, automated computer-to-computer exchange of standardized business documents.
EDI is characterized by highly structured, machine-to-machine transactions for the exchange of business documents, minimizing human intervention and facilitating automated processing.
E-commerce encompasses a broader range of electronic transactions, including those involving human interaction, not exclusively computer-to-computer exchanges.
EDI is primarily focused on Business-to-Business (B2B) document exchange, not direct consumer credit card processing via the web, which is typical of retail e-commerce.
Option A accurately describes a key difference between EDI and e-commerce, making this choice incorrect.
Concept tested: EDI vs. E-commerce distinction
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